Zippering Description Zippering is the presence of a thin, brown longitudinal scar that can extend from the stem to the blossom end of the fruit, resembling a zipper. This occurs when the flower anther sticks to the developing fruit as it grows. A single fruit may have multiple scars. Sometimes a small open hole may develop next to the scar. Often, zippering is superficial and does not affect overall yields or consumption quality.
Management Zippering is theorized to be associated with cool weather and variety genetics. These factors should be considered when aiming to prevent zippering.
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Zippering is present later in the season during fruit formation.
